If you really like it, then it will be accepted. I see Hellickson/Carpenter as close at this point, with Carp on a downslide of a career and Hellickson on the upswing, they basically meet in the middle this season. Werth and M. Young can be seen as a wash if it helps you to see it that way, and like you said, throwing in Rolen means nothing. The cog in this trade is the Hellickson/Carp part. I like Hellickson significantly over Carpenter. Based on your post, you disagree. My job here is not to dissuade you from your thoughts on Carpenter, so if you feel like he will rebound, then this is a solid trade.